2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Pride Wagon | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Pride Wagon | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |